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A taste of the Obamas at Japan’s July 4th party
In honor of the first family, menu went healthy at this year’s celebration
Sears Tower set to open ‘Ledge’ to thrill seekers
Glass platform suspended from 103rd floor Skydeck, can hold 5 tons
  The Statue of Liberty then and now
A gift from France, the Statue of Liberty has stood over New York Harbor since 1886. See photos from its original construction through its reopening almost 8 years after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.
  Family travel features
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Treehouse Villas
Families reconnect, join forces on vacation
Maybe it's the economy. Maybe it's the need to reconnect with friends and family. At beach houses and on sailboats, city condos and mountain cabins, families and friends are joining forces on vacation.

  Cruise vacations
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Seabourn Odyssey
Luxury cruising, up a notch
The Seabourn Odyssey is the first new ship in 15 years for the Yachts of Seabourn and the first luxury vessel launched in 6 years. Find out why this luxury yacht is in high demand among the jet set.

  Airline and travel news
Airline crew bares all to get passengers’ attention
Air New Zealand has hit on a novel way to make sure even the most jaded flyers keep their eyes glued on its flight safety briefing.

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Jeff Jessing
Top U.S. seaside inns
There’s nothing like falling asleep to the sound of the waves after a day by the sea. Whether it’s a Cape Cod hideaway or a cliffside Oregon retreat, T+L brings you our favorite places to stay from coast to coast.

  Excursion Exam

Which country hosts the carnival La Batalla de Flores?

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Photo gallery: Your favorite places
Readers' most cherished spots and travel destinations.
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Go glamping!
Want to sleep under five stars — for $2,850 a night? These glam resorts take camping to a luxurious level for those who have the cash to spare.
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  National spectacles
Nearly 400 national parks can be found all across America, and feature breathtaking vistas, rock formations millions of years old, and more.

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  Magical kingdoms
Disneyland has delivered smiles and thrills since it opened in 1955, and its success has spawned parks across the globe.
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Gallery: Your wild weather photos
TODAY viewers capture what's going on in their neck of the woods.
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  Polynesian paradise
The Hawaiian Islands are the perfect vacation destination for travelers of all types.
Rajasthani artisans play music at the Patwa Haveli at Jaisalmer
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  India by train
The country’s new Royal Rajasthan on Wheels train provides passengers with a luxurious seven-day journey through the historical desert region.
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  Vancouver, B.C., 2010
From art to cuisine and excitement, see what the city has to offer attendees of the upcoming Winter Games.
U.S. Capitol Visitor Center Prepares To Open To Public
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  Exploring the U.S. Capitol
New $621 million visitor center opens in Washington, D.C.
Tourists Visiting Wat Phra Kaeo
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  Trekking Thailand
Traditional and modern, this visual tour shows off the many sides of Bangkok.
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  Cool Caribbean
View photos of this easy, breezy, tropical paradise.
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  Paris: City of delight
It's a city of cafes and palaces and conversations. It's the City of Love - and more.
  Great travel deals  
  
Moscow, air/4 nights, from $1,199
Explore the rich history of Russia's largest city with this package, which includes a stay at a central hotel by two metro stations and a 15-minute walk from the Kremlin.

  Travel tips and advice  
  
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Fireworks photography in 5 easy steps
Ooh! Ahh! Everyone loves fireworks—and everyone can learn to snap photographs that better capture their beauty.

  Move over Big Mac
July 3: McDonald’s rolls out its biggest burger ever. Made from angus beef, the angus burger with bacon and cheese comes with 700 calories and a price of nearly $4. NBC’s Peter Alexander reports.

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